AutoWikiBrowser Wikipedia
Use this command to install AutoWikiBrowser:
winget install --id=WikimediaProject.AutoWikiBrowser -e
Semi-automate mass syntax changes on the pages of wikis running on Wikimedia, MediaWiki, Fandom, and more.
AutoWikiBrowser is a semi-automated editing tool designed to streamline repetitive or tedious editing tasks on various wiki platforms, including Wikimedia, MediaWiki, Fandom, and others. It enables users to process lists of pages for modifications, suggesting changes that can be reviewed and implemented with efficiency.
Key Features:
- Page Processing: Capable of generating lists of pages from diverse sources, such as categories, "What links here," wikilinks, text files, watchlists, contributions, or database dumps.
- Proposed Changes: Displays suggested edits for user review before implementation, ensuring quality control and adherence to policies.
- Automatic Mode: Configurable to operate in an automatic mode for approved bot accounts, while typically assisting human editors.
- Integration: Supports Microsoft's Text Services Framework, enabling compatibility with speech recognition and handwriting applications.
- Platform Compatibility: Runs as a .NET desktop application on Windows Vista and later. While functional under Wine on Linux or macOS, these platforms are not officially supported.
Audience & Benefit: Ideal for experienced editors who require efficient handling of large-scale edits across wiki platforms. By automating routine tasks, AutoWikiBrowser helps users achieve consistent and policy-compliant results while maintaining editorial control over changes.